Business Apprentice - 2-year Modern Apprenticeship (#552)

Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom

Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….     

People.    

Planet.     

Product.

Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.

We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world. 

Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us.

Closing date for applications - Monday 13th October at 5pm

About the role:

Location: South View Place, Peterhead

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

The Business Apprentice will provide essential administrative support to the European Rentals Department, handling telephone calls, emails, and other correspondence in a professional and efficient manner. They will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the office, ensuring smooth coordination, maintaining supplies and equipment, and acting as a point of contact for both internal and external communications.

This is a 2-year fixed-term Modern Apprenticeship. As part of this Apprenticeship, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Business and Administration at SCQF Level 6, delivered by North East Scotland College.

This is a workplace-based qualification, and the successful candidate will be expected to complete all coursework as instructed and meet deadlines set by their college assessor. The candidate must be willing to travel to the Aberdeen City Campus when required for induction sessions, exams, or other essential activities related to the qualification.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in a busy international business environment, develop a wide range of transferable administrative and organisational skills, and work towards a recognised qualification while earning and learning on the job.

About the team:

You’ll be joining a hardworking and skilled team, who are used to working to high standards specifications of work. As part of our Rentals team, you’ll be supported by our Global Service Manager and our Equipment Logistics Coordinators.

And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.

Responsibilities:

People

• Adopt and promote the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout.
• Be a positive ambassador for Motive Offshore Group Ltd
• Liaise and correspond with key stakeholders e.g. clients, suppliers and other Departments in a professional manner; developing and maintaining good working relationships

Planet

• Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.
• Lead by example in setting the highest possible standards in the promotion of People Values, HSEQ procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance to the Motive Offshore Group HSEQ Policy, procedures, standards and regulatory obligations.
• Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses or environmental concerns.

Product

• Undertake the SVQ 3 Modern Apprenticeship in Business and Administration, SCQF Level 6 course
• Provide administrative support to the European Rentals Department, and others during any secondment.
• Generate and Prepare Cost reports & provide support to the Purchase Order process, including receipt invoicing and closing out of Purchase Orders.
• Manage and organize office operations and procedures.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, mail, and other communications.
• Maintain filing systems (physical and digital) and ensure records are up-to-date.
• Order and manage office supplies and inventory.
• Coordinate schedules, appointments, and meetings for staff.
• Assist with onboarding of new employees and maintaining HR records.
• Liaise with vendors, service providers, and building management.
• Ensure office compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide general support to visitors and maintain a welcoming office environment
• Undertake training and CPD as required

Required skills / knowledge:

• Good IT skills and Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Creative and proactive approach.
• Enthusiastic, can-do attitude, eager to learn
• A team player with the ability to work on own initiative
• Experience within in Customer Service and/or administration would be advantageous however full training can be provided.
• Driving License is advantageous but not required.

What we can offer you:

Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.

People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.

Alongside this, you'll get:

(* Received upon successful completion of probation)

• 34 days holiday per annum
• Employer Pension contribution
• Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Motive Retail Discount/Reward Scheme*
• Gym Membership*
• Electric Car Scheme*
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Reduced membership of Costco card
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
• Paid Volunteer Days

How to Apply & what happens next:

You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you. 

You can apply by sending us a Resume with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.

We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.

Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.

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